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Shakerley Wood

Wood, Forest in Cheshire

England

Shakerley Wood

Island on Shakerley Mere A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Island on Shakerley Mere Credit: David Kitching

Shakerley Wood is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Cheshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, the wood is nestled within the larger Shakerley Estate, near the village of Antrobus. It is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, walkers, and families seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.

The wood features a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a rich and vibrant canopy. The forest floor is adorned with a beautiful array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, providing a habitat for various wildlife species.

Visitors to Shakerley Wood can explore the numerous well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the woodland. These paths offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside and meander alongside babbling brooks and small ponds, adding to the area's serene atmosphere.

The wood is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes, making it a haven for birdwatchers. Additionally, mammals such as deer, foxes, and rabbits can often be spotted among the trees, adding to the wood's natural charm.

Shakerley Wood is managed by the Shakerley Estate, which ensures the preservation of its natural beauty and the protection of its wildlife. The estate also organizes guided walks and educational programs, allowing visitors to learn more about the wood's ecology and history.

Overall, Shakerley Wood offers a peaceful and enchanting experience for those seeking solace in nature, providing a haven of tranquility in the heart of Cheshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.233341/-2.3882607 or Grid Reference SJ7470. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Island on Shakerley Mere A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Island on Shakerley Mere
A former sand quarry, now a small park. It can be noisy here due to the closeness of the M6 motorway, but the level path around the lake is very popular with visitors.
Boundary Water Park On the A50 just south of Allostock . Once a popular windsurfing centre but now only used by anglers
Boundary Water Park
On the A50 just south of Allostock . Once a popular windsurfing centre but now only used by anglers
South End of Shakerley Mere Near to cross roads of B5082 & B5081 .
South End of Shakerley Mere
Near to cross roads of B5082 & B5081 .
M6 from King's Lane, looking north Always busy especially on Friday evening!! (Bridge in distance carries the B5081)
M6 from King's Lane, looking north
Always busy especially on Friday evening!! (Bridge in distance carries the B5081)
M6 from King's Lane looking south
M6 from King's Lane looking south
Road Junction Junction of Baker's Lane (foreground) and Middlewich road (B5081).
Road Junction
Junction of Baker's Lane (foreground) and Middlewich road (B5081).
The Three Greyhounds Public House Situated on the crossroads of the B5081 & B5082 (Difficult to tell which Grid square, on one map its SJ7271 & another SJ7270 !!)
The Three Greyhounds Public House
Situated on the crossroads of the B5081 & B5082 (Difficult to tell which Grid square, on one map its SJ7271 & another SJ7270 !!)
Road Junction Junction of Heath Lane,(Ahead) Sandy Lane, (To left)& Townfield Lane (Behind)
Road Junction
Junction of Heath Lane,(Ahead) Sandy Lane, (To left)& Townfield Lane (Behind)
Townfield Farm Townfield Farm, Townfield Lane near Allostock. One of many simple, but attractive farms built from red Cheshire bricks.
Townfield Farm
Townfield Farm, Townfield Lane near Allostock. One of many simple, but attractive farms built from red Cheshire bricks.
Road to Boots Green Taken at the junction of Brick Bank Lane and Booth Bank Lane, of which this is a picture. The building on the horizon is Boothbed Farm.
Road to Boots Green
Taken at the junction of Brick Bank Lane and Booth Bank Lane, of which this is a picture. The building on the horizon is Boothbed Farm.
Hales Pasture Taken on the public footpath with a field known as Hales Pasture to the right of the image and to the left, out of view and surrounded by private woodlands, is a small lake.
Hales Pasture
Taken on the public footpath with a field known as Hales Pasture to the right of the image and to the left, out of view and surrounded by private woodlands, is a small lake.
Footpath towards Goostrey Taken from Brick Back Lane. A local told me, as I was taking this picture, that there used to be a brick kiln nearby which was used to make the bricks which built the houses in the area, including an 18th century cottage out of view but just behind where the image was taken.
Footpath towards Goostrey
Taken from Brick Back Lane. A local told me, as I was taking this picture, that there used to be a brick kiln nearby which was used to make the bricks which built the houses in the area, including an 18th century cottage out of view but just behind where the image was taken.
River scene Taken on the bridge carrying the road from Goostrey to Boots Green
River scene
Taken on the bridge carrying the road from Goostrey to Boots Green
Earnshaw House Farm, off the B5081 Byley Lane, nr Puddinglake. Earnshaw house farm taken from bottom of drive on Byley Lane, this farm is on the road between Lach Dennis & Middlewich , close to Shakerley Mere.
Earnshaw House Farm, off the B5081 Byley Lane, nr Puddinglake.
Earnshaw house farm taken from bottom of drive on Byley Lane, this farm is on the road between Lach Dennis & Middlewich , close to Shakerley Mere.
Stublach House, off Byley Lane , nr Shakerley Mere. Photo of Stublach House, the local area around this house is largely farmland, it is close to Shakerley Mere, a large lake next to the M6.
Stublach House, off Byley Lane , nr Shakerley Mere.
Photo of Stublach House, the local area around this house is largely farmland, it is close to Shakerley Mere, a large lake next to the M6.
B5081 Byley Lane, nr Shakerley Mere Photo of Byley Lane junction of King's lane, nr Shakerley Mere. The camera is pointed towards Byley & Middlewich, King's lane is the left turn, Stublach House, Stublach Farm and Earnshaw Farm are a short way down the lane on the right of the photo.
B5081 Byley Lane, nr Shakerley Mere
Photo of Byley Lane junction of King's lane, nr Shakerley Mere. The camera is pointed towards Byley & Middlewich, King's lane is the left turn, Stublach House, Stublach Farm and Earnshaw Farm are a short way down the lane on the right of the photo.
Telephone Box and Garden Centre, Allostock Cheshire The telephone box in the village of Allostock appears to be a major feature on the O.S. map, whilst in reality, the garden centre catches the eye of the passing motorist.
Telephone Box and Garden Centre, Allostock Cheshire
The telephone box in the village of Allostock appears to be a major feature on the O.S. map, whilst in reality, the garden centre catches the eye of the passing motorist.
Byway across Warrington Common This short section of byway (about 300 metres in length) links King's Lane with Northwich Road to the south of Rudheath Woods.
Byway across Warrington Common
This short section of byway (about 300 metres in length) links King's Lane with Northwich Road to the south of Rudheath Woods.
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Shakerley Wood is located at Grid Ref: SJ7470 (Lat: 53.233341, Lng: -2.3882607)

Unitary Authority: Cheshire West and Chester

Police Authority: Cheshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.233341,-2.3882607
Bus Stop
Cranage, Northwich Road / Pine View Farm
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 0600CO19050
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Pine View Farm
Naptan Indicator: o/s
Naptan Landmark: Pine View Farm
Naptan LocalityName: Cranage
Naptan NaptanCode: chewgtm
Naptan ShortCommonName: Pine View Farm
Naptan Street: Northwich Road
Naptan Verified: no
Network: Cheshire East Council
Operator: Ansa Transport
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.2302258/-2.3921573
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Disused Railway: station
Station: miniature
Usage: tourism
Lat/Long: 53.2356291/-2.3839364
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:00
Ref: WA16 89
Lat/Long: 53.2357835/-2.3877074
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